Gosh, it's been a long while since i have written for this story. Well, the main reason for my absent of this story is that i am doing another Beauty and the Beast story. You would know it better as the Bride of Discord's Gender Swap version, Groom of Eris. it's based on Bride of Discord by Disney Fanatic 2364. It's a superior Beauty and the Beast story for those whose who are interested in Beauty and the Beast/MLP stories. Also recommended those who like Fluttershy/Discord pairing. Anyways, i thought i might come back here to finish what i have started. Figure i would do that. Anyways, so i hope you enjoy this chapter.

Just one chapter until the dancing scene. Hope you all will enjoy it. Anyways let's see the comments.

Rachel Young: I am glad you like my story so far.

Snowfrost: I couldn't really decide so it's her real dad. I mean i hear so many tales of Twilight's dad or Celestia is Twilight's parent. I mean i get really confused by that. But, Twilight's dad is her real dad.

Disclaimer: I don't own Beauty and the beast or the character's of My Little Pony. My Little Pony is owned by Hasbro. Beauty and the Beast is owned by Disney.

Chapter 9: Love in the Air

"YAWN!" Twilight yawned as she used her hooves to stretch her body. It was a wonderful night sleep that she had. It had been a long time since she slept like that before. She opened her eyes and viewed her surroundings. She wondered where Spike was since it didn't look like he was on the right side. She felt a strong grip on her body. She lowered her eyes watching some claws on her stomach. She slowly turned seeing the dragon was sleeping in front of her. Not only that, but she found he was cuddling with her like a stuffed teddy bear. It was as if they were sleeping like a couple, but they weren't together.

Twilight smiled, but felt the dragon had gripped her uncomfortably. Twilight felt a twinge of fear for what the dragon was doing. He was merely holding her but Twilight felt something off about it. She wasn't thinking clearly due to it being the morning and misinterpreted his sleep patterns. She surrounded herself in a magical barrier, however Spike went to the ground due to the barrier. "AHHHHH, NOT THERE"

"OW" The dragon said crashing to the floor. Twilight felt embarrassed that she kicked the dragon out of her bed. She didn't mean to. It felt rather nice of him cuddling with her. It was even her idea for him to sleep with her on the bed.

Way to go Twilight, let's have the dragon, who was kind enough to sleep with you, kicked out of the bed. You are the worst. Twilight approached the end of the bed and looked down at Spike. Wait, wasn't he taller? I wonder why is he getting shorter.

Spike stood up on the bed as he looked at Twilight. He grumbled as he felt like a train hit his body. He stood on his legs and smiled at Twilight. "Morning, Twilight. I am sorry about my actions this morning. I didn't mean to..."

"No no it's my fault. I should have realized that you were sleeping here as well" Twilight looked away.

"I usually cuddle with my teddy..." Spike was about to announce a secret to Twilight, but noticed she held a leering smile "I mean nothing"

"Umm, i will get breakfast ready while you brush your mane...i mean not that you mane doesn't look nice i mean i just thought that maybe I" Spike was putting his foot in his mouth as he felt he was insulting Twilight at every turn. Twilight was touched that Spike was nervous upon what he says. She understood what he was talking about and put her hoof on his lips. "I understand, go and i will get freshen up"

Spike smiled as he ran off to cook something up for the two of them. As soon as he left, Twilight laughed and head towards the mirror and started to brush her mane.

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"Okay Spike, what would Twilight like to eat" Spike talked to himself trying to find something good for the mare to eat.

He dismissed the meat and eggs as he felt Twilight wouldn't be in the mood for it. Spike began to look over it as he noticed a head of lettuce and a tomato. Spike smiled as he grabbed the two items and started to craft a meal that would be suitable for Twilight's hunger.

"Spike" Twilight leaned in.

Spike turns around and nearly froze as he saw Twilight. Her mane flowed in the window as she entered the kitchen. Spike's face couldn't comprehend Twilight's appearance in the kitchen. He was blushing as he stood there like a fool.

"Something the matter?" Twilight tilted her head to the side staring at the dragon.

"Oh, nothing i just didn't think you were that beautiful before, not that you aren't beautiful it was just that..." Spike blushed

"It's okay" Twilight sat down.

Spike brought the two plates of a salad and places it down. Twilight looked up at Spike, who was munching on the same thing as she was. Spike tried to enjoy the salad, but the taste was horrible on his taste buds. Twilight giggled. She felt Spike was eating the salad in hopes of sharing similar interests.

"You know, you can just say you don't like salad. You don't have to eat it if you don't like it" Twilight giggled

"No no, it's okay. I really enjoy this salad" Spike lied as he took another bite. He smiled and when Twilight wasn't looking he quickly spit out the salad and rubbed his tongue feeling disgusted.

"So, what do you want to do today?" Twilight smiled

"Umm, i am not sure. I am sure i will think of something. Why don't you work on your library? There is something i need to do by myself" Spike slithered away as Twilight felt something was bothering him.

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Twilight pulled all of the books out of the book shelf. "Gees, these books look like they haven't been touched in ages."

The unicorn was glad that Spike gave her such a wonderful gift she could enjoy. However, something felt missing from her life. She stared out the window. She knew it had been a month since she had last seen her father. Was he doing alright? Was he living his life without her? How much was he missing her?

Twilight sighed as she went back to reorganizing the books. There was nothing she could do. She was prisoner of Spike, and thus had to stay within the castle. She didn't hate staying in the castle. She loved being in this large castle. Spike wasn't that bad as she first perceived him. Something in the dragon has changed. Was it her being in the castle or was it something else?

BANG!

Twilight heard the loud bang. She used her magic to put a stack of books away. She hated to leave the library in the condition of the books, but she decided to investigate the large noise. She raced out of the library to confront where it was coming from.

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Twilight slowly made her way to the source of the noise. She turned her head seeing the door of a large room opening ajar.

BANG!

"Darn it" Twilight heard Spike's voice in the room. The unicorn peeked on to what he was up to and why he was making such a racket.

In the room, Spike was slipping on the floor. He was dancing around in the room, but he slipped and fell on the floor. His lastest attempt made him pound on the ground. "Why can't i get this right"

Twilight wondered what Spike was doing. On a table, he saw Applejack and Rainbow Dash cheering him on.

"It's okay, sugarcube. It just takes a little practice" Applejack smiled

"Yeah, you'll be dancing that mare in circles by the time you get better at it" Rainbow Dash nods

Dancing? Twilight thought. Why does he want to dance all of a sudden?

"I know i can do it, but due to my size i can't seem to get my steps just right. This won't impress Twilight" Spike slipped on the ground once more.

Rainbow Dash and Applejack were about to reply when they noticed a figure walking into the room. The two stood there while Spike looked at them strangely. "What's wrong?"

"Trying to dance i see" a voice boomed out.

Spike turned his head as he saw Twilight standing there smiling at him. Spike stood up straight as he didn't want her to know what he has been doing "Oh, Twilight. I was just umm checking on the ground here making sure it was safe to walk on. I hope i haven't disturbed you at all"

"A little, but it's okay. I know you were trying to dance" Twilight giggled as she stepped forward.

"Nothing gets passed you huh" Spike said in defeat. He couldn't lie to her about what he was doing.

"Nope, want some help? I am a bit rusty as well. I am sure we can learn together" Twilight offered her hoof to his claw.

Spike nods as he accepts her hoof.

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the unicorn and the dragon were walking out of the ballroom, Spike looked over at Twilight and smiled.

"I didn't realize you danced that well" Spike tried hard not to laugh. Twilight kicked him in the leg "Ow!"

"Don't laugh. It's been a while since i have danced" Twilight looked away to hide the shame of her dancing techniques.

"It's okay, i am just as bad as you are. It was a nice practice though" Spike chuckled as they were heading up to the room.

Spike didn't want to leave Twilight without saying something other than goodnight.

"So, i guess tomorrow will be another day" Twilight stood there as she looked at Spike.

"Umm Twilight, ummm before i say goodnight. There is something i need to ask you" Spike grabbed his tail and twisted it a little bit. He felt incredibly nervous upon what he was about to ask her.

"What's up" Twilight was curious. She stepped towards the dragon wondering what was he about to ask her.

"Twilight would you like to... I mean tomorrow night for dinner will be in the ball room. I would like to keep it formal, so pleases dress for the occasion"

"Okay" Twilight kissed the dragon's cheek. She opened the door to the room and smiled "Until tomorrow Spike"

"Until tomorrow Twilight" Spike giggled as he waved goodnight.

As soon as she left his eyes, Spike couldn't help but jump for joy. He couldn't help but feel satisfied that Twilight was going out with him. The mare that walked through his doors was going out with him.

Tomorrow is going to be a big day. Spike felt confidence that he was now in love with the unicorn.

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Well, this has been a fun chapter to write. What do you think?

I need to catch up on this story. Next chapter will be the dancing scene. I think every Beauty and the Beast has a great dancing scene. If you are asking me. I have read Bride of Discord and i do like it. But, let's focus less on Bride of Discord and more on this story. If you have any questions pleases ask me, otherwise i am glad you are enjoying this story.

Until next chapter, see you all later.